2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Skoda Fabia and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 373 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |